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Kingsbury withdraws name from consideration for Raiders offensive coordinator, AP source says
Read full article: Kingsbury withdraws name from consideration for Raiders offensive coordinator, AP source saysFormer Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury isn’t going to Las Vegas to become the Raiders offensive coordinator after all, according to person informed of the decision.
Raiders hiring Kliff Kingsbury as offensive coordinator, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders hiring Kliff Kingsbury as offensive coordinator, AP source saysThe Las Vegas Raiders are hiring former Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury to be their offensive coordinator, a person informed of the decision told The Associated Press on Thursday.
AP source: Ex-Cardinals executive accuses owner of cheating
Read full article: AP source: Ex-Cardinals executive accuses owner of cheatingA person with knowledge of the situation says former Arizona Cardinals front office executive Terry McDonough has filed an arbitration claim against the team that accuses owner Michael Bidwill of cheating.
Eagles coordinators' consolation prize: head coaching jobs
Read full article: Eagles coordinators' consolation prize: head coaching jobsThe consolation prize for the Philadelphia Eagles' coordinators following their Super Bowl loss to the Kansas City Chiefs was head coaching jobs for Jonathan Gannon and Shane Steichen.
Kingsbury, Keim out as Cardinals undergo franchise makeover
Read full article: Kingsbury, Keim out as Cardinals undergo franchise makeoverThe Arizona Cardinals have fired coach Kliff Kingsbury and parted ways with general manager Steve Keim after a dreadful season that saw constant unwanted headlines, a serious knee injury to star quarterback Kyler Murray and lots of losing.
Chiefs' Mahomes feels good after high pass volume vs Titans
Read full article: Chiefs' Mahomes feels good after high pass volume vs TitansPatrick Mahomes said Wednesday that his right arm was feeling just fine after setting Kansas City Chiefs records for pass attempts and completions in last weekend’s come-from-behind overtime win over the Tennessee Titans.
Cardinals use two pick-6s in first half to down Saints 42-34
Read full article: Cardinals use two pick-6s in first half to down Saints 42-34Marco Wilson and Isaiah Simmons scored touchdowns on two pick-6s late in the first half and used that stunning change in momentum to lift the Arizona Cardinals over the New Orleans Saints 42-34.
Murphy's 59-yard OT fumble return ends Cards' win over Vegas
Read full article: Murphy's 59-yard OT fumble return ends Cards' win over VegasByron Murphy Jr. scooped up Hunter Renfrow’s fumble and returned it 59 yards for a touchdown with 3:51 left in overtime and the Arizona Cardinals rallied from a 20-point deficit in the second half before running away with a 29-23 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Huntley, Likely shine as Ravens beat Cardinals 24-17
Read full article: Huntley, Likely shine as Ravens beat Cardinals 24-17Rookie tight end Isaiah Likely caught eight passes for 100 yards and a touchdown and the Baltimore Ravens ran their preseason winning streak to 22 games, beating the Arizona Cardinals 24-17 on Sunday night.
Cardinals remove Kyler Murray's independent-study addendum
Read full article: Cardinals remove Kyler Murray's independent-study addendumThe Arizona Cardinals have removed an addendum to quarterback Kyler Murray’s $230.5 million, five-year contract that mandated at least four hours of “independent study” during game weeks.
Stafford propels Rams past Cardinals 34-11 in playoff rout
Read full article: Stafford propels Rams past Cardinals 34-11 in playoff routMatthew Stafford passed for 202 yards and two touchdowns in his first playoff victory and the Los Angeles Rams roared out of the wild-card round with a 34-11 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
After 3 years of building, Cards' Murray ready for playoffs
Read full article: After 3 years of building, Cards' Murray ready for playoffsKyler Murray has kept a low-key demeanor throughout his football career, staying with a “never too high, never too low” philosophy that’s allowed him to thrive from the high school level all the way through the NFL.
Superman's sequel: Newton leads Panthers over Cards 34-10
Read full article: Superman's sequel: Newton leads Panthers over Cards 34-10Cam Newton provided a flashback to his Superman days in his second debut with the Panthers He threw for one touchdown, ran for another and sparked Carolina to a 34-10 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Rodgers, Packers issues cloud NFL COVID-19 numbers progress
Read full article: Rodgers, Packers issues cloud NFL COVID-19 numbers progressWhen the reigning league MVP and several other key players enter the NFL’s COVID-19 protocols, it clouds the numbers that indicate significant progress made in protection against the coronavirus.
Cards return to top spot in AP Pro32 poll; Titans at No. 2
Read full article: Cards return to top spot in AP Pro32 poll; Titans at No. 2Despite being short-handed, the Arizona Cardinals returned to the top of the AP Pro32 poll after beating the San Francisco 49ers without quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.
NFL not planning to issue report on Washington Football Team
Read full article: NFL not planning to issue report on Washington Football TeamThe NFL is not going to issue a report on its 10-month investigation into allegations the Washington Football Team engaged in harassment and abuse because of its promise to protect the identities of those who testified, Commissioner Roger Goodell said.
Cardinals coach Kingsbury, 2 others to miss Sunday vs Browns
Read full article: Cardinals coach Kingsbury, 2 others to miss Sunday vs BrownsArizona coach Kliff Kingsbury, quarterbacks coach Cam Turner and defensive tackle Zach Allen will miss the Cardinals’ game Sunday at Cleveland after testing positive for COVID-19.
Cards win 34-33 thriller after Vikings miss last-second FG
Read full article: Cards win 34-33 thriller after Vikings miss last-second FGKyler Murray threw for 400 yards and three touchdowns, and the Arizona Cardinals topped the Minnesota Vikings 34-33 after Greg Joseph missed a 37-yard field goal wide right in the final seconds.
Cards' Fitzgerald: 'Don't have the urge to play' football
Read full article: Cards' Fitzgerald: 'Don't have the urge to play' footballArizona Cardinals 11-time Pro Bowl receiver Larry Fitzgerald says he currently doesn’t have the desire to play an 18th NFL season, though he left the possibility open that he might resume his career.
Murray throws TD, Cards end 3-game skid, beat red-hot Giants
Read full article: Murray throws TD, Cards end 3-game skid, beat red-hot GiantsCoupled with Tampa Bay’s 26-14 win over Minnesota (6-7), the Cardinals are back in a wild-card berth. we have to go out there and execute,” said Murray, who ran 10 times for 47 yards. “I don’t think we have any kind of a hangover from going out to Seattle last week," Giants coach Joe Judge said. The D limited New York to 159 yards in making Jones' return from a one-game absence with a hamstring injury miserable. The first one was set up by a 24-yard punt return by Christian Kirk to the Giants 38.
Tua vs Kyler as rising Dolphins visit revitalized Cardinals
Read full article: Tua vs Kyler as rising Dolphins visit revitalized CardinalsMiami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) and quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) embrace after Tagovailoa throws his first touchdown pass during an NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020 in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Margaret Bowles via AP)When the Dolphins leave the oceanfront and head to the desert to play the Cardinals on Sunday, it will be about more than Tua vs. Kyler. Tua Tagovailoa, as touted as any signal caller coming out of college in years, will make his second start for Miami. Henry has eight rushing touchdowns, finding the end zone in five straight games. The Patriots will try to avoid losing five straight games for the first time since 1995.
Ravens' Humphrey says he has virus; Packers also have 1 case
Read full article: Ravens' Humphrey says he has virus; Packers also have 1 caseThe Green Bay Packers reported that a player tested positive for COVID-19, and Arizona coach Kliff Kingsbury confirmed that two Cardinals tested positive over the weekend. The Ravens confirmed Monday that a player tested positive for COVID-19, but did not release the name of the individual. The Green Bay Packers on Monday also sent out a release that said a player tested positive. Packers officials said all player meetings Monday would be conducted virtually. This marks the first time a Packers player has tested positive during the season.
The Latest: Rangers suspend 2 players for breaking protocol
Read full article: The Latest: Rangers suspend 2 players for breaking protocolIt also said there have been no positive tests “among players, coaches or staff members.”Cleveland lost 16-6 at home to the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. ___The Green Bay Packers say one of their players has tested positive for COVID-19. ___The Houston Texans have had no other positive COVID-19 tests since one positive test forced their facility to close during last week’s bye week. “And I think our players are doing the right thing.”___Coach Kliff Kingsbury says the Arizona Cardinals had two unidentified positive COVID-19 tests over the weekend. ___Bayern Munich says defender Niklas Süle has tested positive for the coronavirus and is in isolation at home.
Arizona knocks off undefeated Seattle with 37-34 OT victory
Read full article: Arizona knocks off undefeated Seattle with 37-34 OT victoryArizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. Seattle led all of regulation until Gonzalez made a 44-yard field goal as time expired to tie it at 34. Moments later, it appeared Seattle had won on the ensuing drive when DK Metcalf caught a 48-yard touchdown pass, but the play was called back because of holding on receiver David Moore. Christian Kirk caught an 8-yard touchdown pass with 2:28 left to pull Arizona to 34-31. Seattle cruised 75 yards in just six plays, finishing with a 6-yard touchdown pass from Wilson to Lockett.
Murray has happy homecoming, Cards cruise past Cowboys 38-10
Read full article: Murray has happy homecoming, Cards cruise past Cowboys 38-10Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray celebrates running the ball for a touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Monday, Oct. 19, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)ARLINGTON, Texas – Maybe Kyler Murray will lose a game on the home field of the Dallas Cowboys one of these days. Murray accounted for three touchdowns in his first game back home as a pro, Ezekiel Elliott set up the visiting team's first two TDs with fumbles and the Cardinals beat the Dallas Cowboys 38-10 on Monday night. Kenyan Drake scored from the 1 after the second Elliott miscue, while Murray added a 1-yard TD run. Cowboys: Washington on Sunday in the first of two consecutive road games against NFC East opponents.
Murray runs for 2 TDs, Cardinals roll past Washington 30-15
Read full article: Murray runs for 2 TDs, Cardinals roll past Washington 30-15Washington (1-1) finally scored a touchdown with 12:20 left in the fourth quarter when Dwayne Haskins hit Terry McLaurin for a 24-yard score. The Cardinals' revamped defense had a big day, holding Washington scoreless until Dustin Hopkins hit a 24-yard field goal late in the third quarter. Murray's pass into coverage was picked off by Landon Collins, giving Washington great field position at the Arizona 19. He was completely alone in the back of the end zone on third down and Murray hit him for the 4-yard score to make it 7-0. ... Washington right guard Brandon Scherff (knee) was hurt just before halftime and gingerly walked off the field with the help of medical staff.
Direct deposit: WR Hopkins negotiates own deal with Arizona
Read full article: Direct deposit: WR Hopkins negotiates own deal with ArizonaHopkins and the Cardinals agreed to a two-year contract extension on Tuesday that will keep the three-time All-Pro in Arizona through the 2024 season. Hopkins said he worked on about 90% of the deal and had some help from advisers. Cardinals GM Steve Keim said it was a great process and he got to know the receiver even better during negotiations. It was our goal all along to get (Hopkins) extended, Keim said. I was like, man, if I could be in this offense, a pass-first offense one day, the sky's the limit, Hopkins said.